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Mountain West Reacts Results: Baseball Championship, Transfer Portal

We asked the questions, you voted on the answers, and now we provide the results. This post is brought to you by FanDuel, proud partner of SBNation. Lobos baseball primed to win regular season. The college baseball regular season is drawing to a close and the race for the Mountain West regular season title is heating up. Over half the voters are picking New Mexico to win the regular season championship. Nevada and Fresno State get a notable...

2025-05-17T15:10:25Z

Motherwell boss says they have a 'responsibility' to target Ross County win

Michael Wimmer wants points for themselves, but says County and Dundee are fighting to avoid the play-off place

2025-05-18T05:11:53Z

Scheffler back in groove and on brink of third major title

Five months after cutting his right hand preparing a Christmas dinner, world number one Scottie Scheffler has himself on the verge of a third major title at the PGA Championship. But last week, Scheffler won his first title of the year and matched a 72-hole PGA Tour low scoring total in the process.

2025-05-18T00:47:03Z

Airdrie 0 (2), Cove Rangers 0 (1): Stalemate sees Airdrie stay up

Rhys McCabe's side did enough to get over the line

2025-05-17T18:26:39Z

Golf-Vegas defying odds at Quail Hollow with jackpot in sight

By Frank Pingue CHARLOTTE, North Carolina (Reuters) - Leading a major may be unchartered territory for Jhonattan Vegas but the Venezuelan is not intimidated by the prospect of heading into the weekend in search of what would be a career-defining victory. Vegas is a four-times winner on the PGA Tour but the world number 70 has a dismal history in the majors and was not at all in the conversation

2025-05-17T00:54:24Z

Golf-Leader Vegas begins round at weather-hit PGA Championship

By Frank Pingue CHARLOTTE, North Carolina (Reuters) -Halfway leader Jhonattan Vegas set off in the third round of the PGA Championship at Quail Hollow Club where inclement weather delayed the start of play and led to organisers sending players off in groups of three from split tees on Saturday. Moments before the first tee shot was scheduled to be hit at Quail Hollow the horn sounded, forcing

2025-05-17T18:41:40Z

Sir Alex Ferguson is surprise guest at Airdrie in play-off final, as skipper admits being star-struck

Adam Frizzell was 'too nervous' to approach the Manchester United legend

2025-05-17T20:26:45Z

Golf-Double down! Vegas leads PGA Championship, Scheffler three back

By Frank Pingue CHARLOTTE, North Carolina (Reuters) -Venezuela's Jhonattan Vegas led after the second round of the PGA Championship on Friday at Quail Hollow Club, where Scottie Scheffler added star power to the leaderboard and Max Homa fired the low round of the day to roar into contention. Vegas, who began the day leading a major for the first time, carded a one-under 70 to reach eight under

2025-05-17T00:54:29Z

PGA of America neither confirms nor denies Rory McIlroy's non-conforming driver

CHARLOTTE, North Carolina (Reuters) - The PGA of America only indirectly addressed a report that Rory McIlroy's driver was found to be non-conforming before this week's PGA Championship. SiriusXM PGA Tour Radio first reported on Friday that McIlroy had been forced to switch to a different driver, but the Masters champion has not spoken with the media since the event began. He was publicly silent

2025-05-18T00:50:42Z

Five things to look out for - Crystal Palace vs Manchester City

City and Palace clash in FA Cup final

2025-05-16T21:10:25Z

How will Barça line up against Villarreal?

Hansi Flick’s possible XI for Sunday’s clash

2025-05-17T07:10:22Z

Golf-Vegas doubles down, hold clubhouse lead at Quail Hollow

By Frank Pingue CHARLOTTE, North Carolina (Reuters) -Venezuela's Jhonattan Vegas refused to relinquish his grip on the PGA Championship and held the clubhouse lead midway through the second round on Friday at Quail Hollow where Max Homa fired the lowest major round of his career to move into contention. Vegas, who began the day two shots clear and leading a major for the first time in his career

2025-05-16T19:44:15Z

Airdrie captain admits they were poor over play-off final - but staying up is all that matters

Adam Frizzell admits the clashes with Cove came at the end of a punishing season

2025-05-18T05:11:53Z

Golf-Bradley juggles Ryder Cup duties with push for PGA Championship

By Frank Pingue CHARLOTTE, North Carolina (Reuters) -Keegan Bradley worked his way up the leaderboard during the third round of the PGA Championship all while still keeping tabs on fellow Americans who are expected to be on the U.S. Ryder Cup team he captains later this year. Bradley carded a three-under-par 68 in windy conditions at Quail Hollow Club to reach five under on the week, which left

2025-05-18T00:50:47Z

Report: Rory McIlroy using new driver after forced switch

CHARLOTTE - Rory McIlroy, off to a slow start in the PGA Championship at Quail Hollow Club in Charlotte, reportedly is using a different driver this week after the one he utilized during his recent Masters win was ruled "no longer permissible" by the USGA. The report from SiriusXM PGA Tour Radio on Friday indicated that the USGA deemed McIlroy's driver non-conforming earlier this week after

2025-05-18T00:50:45Z

Fabricio Andrade Names The Strongest Kicker And Strongest Puncher In ONE Championship

The Brazilian knockout artist says the planet's most dangerous strikers compete in ONE.

2025-05-16T18:18:32Z

Soccer-Champions Bayern end season with 4-0 win at Hoffenheim, Kane crowned top scorer

SINSHEIM, Germany (Reuters) -Champions Bayern Munich crushed hosts Hoffenheim 4-0 in the Bundesliga finale on Saturday as record-breaking Harry Kane was crowned the league's top striker for a second straight season. Bayern had already secured the title two weeks ago but were ready to finish their title-winning season in style ahead of Sunday's planned title celebrations in central Munich. It was

2025-05-17T17:21:37Z

Jeremie Frimpong's Liverpool transfer is imminent - but he won't speak Dutch to Arne Slot

Jeremie Frimpong is hoping to tie up his move from Bayer Leverkusen to LIverpool shortly after the end of the Bundesliga season and before he goes on international duty

2025-05-17T13:12:09Z

Golf-Homa delivers career day to enter fray at PGA Championship

By Frank Pingue CHARLOTTE, North Carolina (Reuters) - Despite his on-course struggles this year, Max Homa believed a breakthrough was close, and on Friday his faith was rewarded as he fired the best major championship round of his career to storm into contention at the PGA Championship. Homa, who at one point this year missed five consecutive cuts, carded a sparkling seven-under-par 64 that was

2025-05-17T01:14:25Z

Soccer-The Scot who stole Naples' heart – how McTominay became McFratm

By Tommy Lund (Reuters) - With Napoli once again within touching distance of Serie A glory, a new figure has emerged at the heart of their resurgence as Scott McTominay inches closer to reverential status among fans across the city. The 28-year-old Scot has been crucial to Napoli's title hopes and has become a player to rally around since former talisman Khvicha Kvaratskhelia departed for Paris

2025-05-17T06:56:01Z

How Hong Kong’s speediest teen went from hating school to the fast lane

Alton Kwok may not fit the traditional Hong Kong model of student-athlete, but he does have parents who helped him achieve his goals He is the fastest teenaged runner in Hong Kong but for Alton Kwok Chun-ting, running on the tartan track was nothing but an escape from things he hated. The city's under-20 record holder in the 100 metres, Kwok knew, ...

2025-05-17T03:21:37Z

Golf-PGA of America weighs after McIlroy's driver reportedly ruled non-conforming

By Frank Pingue CHARLOTTE, North Carolina (Reuters) - The PGA of America said on Saturday that finding driver heads that are non-conforming is not unusual and they have no concerns about player intent after Masters champion Rory McIlroy reportedly ran afoul of the rule at the PGA Championship. According to a SiriusXM PGA Tour Radio report, McIlroy's driver was ruled non-conforming ahead of this

2025-05-18T01:01:58Z

Knockout Master: Aliff’s 5 Most Impressive Victories In ONE Championship

The 21-year-old phenom aims for his greatest win yet at ONE Fight Night 32 on Friday, June 6!

2025-05-17T05:18:44Z

Oliver Glasner sends telling 'forever' message to Crystal Palace stars before FA Cup final

Crystal Palace are bidding to win their first ever major trophy in the Wembley showpiece against Manchester City on Saturday

2025-05-16T21:42:02Z

Soccer-Partying, celebrations not an excuse, Flick warns as champions Barca eye strong finish

(Reuters) - Barcelona players celebrated the club's 28th LaLiga title with thousands of fans in an open-bus victory parade on Friday, but coach Hansi Flick was quick to remind them that the season was not over. Flick, who has led Barcelona to the league title, Copa del Rey and the Spanish Super Cup in his debut season, said he needed his players to focus on finishing the campaign on a high. "

2025-05-17T12:41:26Z

Lionel Messi has name-dropped six players including Cristiano Ronaldo as best in world

Lionel Messi has been widely regarded as the greatest footballer of all time, but the Argentine has also been gracious in handing out praise to team-mates and rivals alike

2025-05-18T06:12:32Z

Golf-Play suspended at PGA Championship due to dangerous weather

By Frank Pingue CHARLOTTE, North Carolina (Reuters) -The third round of the PGA Championship at Quail Hollow Club did not begin as scheduled on Saturday as play was suspended due to dangerous weather in the area moments before Masters champion Rory McIlroy was about to tee off. McIlroy, who made the cut on the number and is nine shots back of halfway leader Jhonattan Vegas, was on the bridge

2025-05-17T13:21:29Z

Footballer in England ‘would love to play for Hong Kong’, open to transfer

Sonny Blu Lo-Everton once scored against Jude Bellingham's side and drew interest from European giants Ajax Former Watford and Derby County talent Sonny Blu Lo-Everton said he would "love to play for Hong Kong", and the attacking midfielder is open to signing for a local club. The 22-year-old, whose maternal grandfather is from Hong Kong, is out of...

2025-05-16T22:06:31Z

Ricky Yiu unveils debutant Blazing Wukong ahead of Triple Crown bid with Voyage Bubble

Veteran handler eyes first-up victory with smart trialler a week before Group One bid with stable star Gearing up for his shot at Triple Crown history with Voyage Bubble next week, Ricky Yiu Poon-fai will unveil an intriguing newcomer in Blazing Wukong at Sha Tin on Sunday. The veteran handler has stable star Voyage Bubble on track for the Group On...

2025-05-17T09:21:40Z

Soccer-Villa cruise past sorry Spurs to boost Champions League push

By Andrew Cawthorne BIRMINGHAM (Reuters) -High-flying Aston Villa comfortably dispatched Tottenham Hotspur 2-0 in the Premier League on Friday to keep up their quest for more Champions League football and leave their wounded visitors focused on next week's Europa League final. With Villa dominating possession in a party atmosphere for their final home game of the season, the breakthrough came in

2025-05-17T06:55:58Z

Extra work, new caddie has Homa achieving major feats at PGA

Max Homa fired the lowest major round of his career, a sizzling seven-under par 64, to leap into contention on Friday at the PGA Championship despite a new caddie and swing issues. "I've hit a lot of golf balls in the last seven months, like an absurd amount of golf balls," Homa said of the work to sort out swing issues.

2025-05-16T20:01:33Z

Soccer-Palace's FA Cup final win over City was one-in-10 shot, says Glasner

By Martyn Herman LONDON (Reuters) -Crystal Palace's momentous FA Cup victory over Manchester City at Wembley on Saturday was a one-in-10 shot, according to Oliver Glasner who became the first manager in the London club's history to deliver major silverware. Eberechi Eze's 16th-minute volley proved decisive as Palace, roared on by their success-starved fans, made up for two previous FA Cup final

2025-05-17T20:21:44Z

Soccer-Chelsea beat Manchester United to stay on course for Champions League

By Clare Lovell LONDON (Reuters) -Chelsea stayed in the hunt for a Champions League place next season with a nervy 1-0 victory over Manchester United on Friday, courtesy of a second-half goal from Marc Cucurella.The Spain full back headed home from close range, turning in a cross from captain Reece James, who bamboozled the United defence with a twist and turn in the 71st minute. "I knew I had

2025-05-17T06:55:57Z

Soccer-PSG beat Auxerre, St Etienne relegated on final day of Ligue 1

PARIS (Reuters) -Paris St Germain winger Khvicha Kvaratskhelia scored twice in the second half as the Ligue 1 champions came from behind to beat Auxerre 3-1 to end their season on a winning note after falling behind to a Lassine Sinayoko strike. At the other end of the table, St Etienne were beaten 3-2 at home by Toulouse and will join already-relegated Montpellier in Ligue 2 next season after

2025-05-17T22:06:50Z

McIlroy forced to switch drivers after PGA test fail: report

Rory McIlroy was forced to switch drivers at the PGA Championship after his regular driver was found to be non-conforming to rules in a test at Quail Hollow, according to a radio report. McIlroy has declined to speak with reporters after each of the first two rounds at Quail Hollow, a course where he has won four times in PGA Tour events.

2025-05-17T14:16:57Z

Airdrie boss says staying in Championship is his career highlight

Rhys McCabe says the Diamonds did well to show their gritty side

2025-05-17T19:41:39Z

Noren in hunt for first major win after long injury layoff

Alex Noren sat out since last October until last week with a tendon injury, but Sunday he has the chance to win his first major title at the PGA Championship. Noren was sidelined last October with tailbone and tendon issues.

2025-05-18T01:32:09Z

Soccer-PSG beat Auxerre, Saint-Etienne relegated on final day of Ligue 1

By Philip O'Connor PARIS (Reuters) -Paris St. Germain winger Khvicha Kvaratskhelia scored twice in the second half as the Ligue 1 champions came from behind to beat Auxerre 3-1 to end their season on a winning note after falling behind to a Lassine Sinayoko strike. At the other end of the table, St Etienne were beaten 3-2 at home by Toulouse and will join already-relegated Montpellier in Ligue

2025-05-17T21:46:52Z

Soccer-Dortmund snatch last Champions League spot with win over Kiel in season finale

DORTMUND, Germany (Reuters) -Borussia Dortmund cruised past relegated Holstein Kiel 3-0 on Saturday to finish fourth and snatch the last Champions League spot for next season, in the best comeback of the last seven matchdays in Bundesliga history. Niko Kovac's Dortmund won six of their last seven matches to climb from 10th to fourth in the standings and finish on 57 points, two ahead of Freiburg

2025-05-17T17:01:32Z

Ellis Wong and James Orman eye dirt delight on David Hayes’ duo Solid Shalaa and Ka Ying Resilience

Local jockey and Australian rider are confident they can strike on veteran handler's all-weather pair on Sunday Ellis Wong Chi-wang and James Orman are optimistic they can deliver David Hayes a Sha Tin dirt double when they ride Solid Shalaa and Ka Ying Resilience, respectively, at Sha Tin this Sunday. Wong bids for back-to-back victories on Solid ...

2025-05-17T09:36:42Z

Golf-Scheffler, Rahm and Vegas in three-way share of Quail Hollow lead

By Frank Pingue CHARLOTTE, North Carolina (Reuters) -Scottie Scheffler, Jon Rahm and Jhonattan Vegas shared the PGA Championship lead midway through the third round on Saturday at Quail Hollow Club where U.S. Open champion Bryson DeChambeau was among three players sitting one shot back. World number one Scheffler bogeyed his first hole but made a move with three birdies over a four-hole stretch,

2025-05-17T21:35:39Z

‘I Never Underestimate Anyone’ – Rambolek Outlines Game Plan Against Dmitrii Kovtun At ONE Fight Night 32

The Thai contender returns to U.S. primetime once again on June 6.

2025-05-17T16:33:34Z

Airdrie v Cove: Diamonds will feel right at home, says midfielder

Dean McMaster is confident Airdrie will secure their Championship status

2025-05-17T05:11:28Z

Golf-Scheffler storms home, leads PGA Championship by three

By Frank Pingue CHARLOTTE, North Carolina (Reuters) -Scottie Scheffler capped the third round of the PGA Championship in style to grab a three-shot lead over Sweden's Alex Noren on Saturday at Quail Hollow Club, where the world number one has a third major title in his grasp. Scheffler followed a back-nine eagle with a birdie, then picked up two more strokes over the tricky three-hole closing

2025-05-18T07:31:11Z

5 Cristiano Ronaldo transfer options including fairytale return for ex-Man Utd star

Cristiano Ronaldo's contract at Al Nassr expires at the end of the current season and a decision has not been made over whether he will extend his Saudi Pro League spell

2025-05-18T06:42:37Z

NWSL roundup: Thorns score early, often to thrash Dash

Four players found the back of the net in the first 54 minutes of the match as the visiting Portland Thorns thumped the Houston Dash 4-1 on Friday night. Pietra Tordin and Payton Linnehan scored in the 26th and 30th minutes before Sam Coffey buried a penalty kick in the lower-right corner of the net eight minutes into first-half stoppage time. For Tordin, it was her first professional goal. Caiya

2025-05-17T03:14:38Z

Soccer-Haaland suffers another Wembley blank after turning down penalty

LONDON (Reuters) -Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola admitted he was surprised that Norwegian striker Erling Haaland declined to take a penalty for his side in Saturday's FA Cup final against Crystal Palace with the kick subsequently being missed by Omar Marmoush. Trailing 1-0 to Eberechi Eze's goal, City were awarded a penalty in the first half when Palace defender Tyrick Mitchell tripped

2025-05-17T23:31:59Z

Golf-Weather-hit PGA Championship to play third round off split tees

By Frank Pingue CHARLOTTE, North Carolina (Reuters) -The dangerous weather that delayed the start of play at the PGA Championship has forced organisers to send players off in groups of three instead of pairs and from split tees in an effort to get the third round completed on Saturday. The third round of the year's first major, where Venezuela's Jhonattan Vegas leads by two, will start at 11:43

2025-05-17T13:55:17Z

Golf-Spieth and Matsuyama among notables to miss PGA Championship cut

By Frank Pingue CHARLOTTE, North Carolina (Reuters) -Jordan Spieth, in his ninth attempt to complete the career Grand Slam, and Japan's Hideki Matsuyama were among the high-profile players to miss the cut at the PGA Championship on Friday. World number seven Matsuyama arrived at Quail Hollow with the longest active streak of consecutive major championship cuts made at 19 but bogeyed the final

2025-05-17T00:54:27Z

Soccer-Sporting beat Vitoria to clinch Portuguese title

LISBON (Reuters) -Sporting were crowned Portugal champions after beating Vitoria Guimaraes 2-0 in Primeira Liga on Saturday as both the title race and the relegations were decided on the final match day. Pedro Goncalves put the defending champions in front after 55 minutes before Viktor Gyokeres doubled the advantage late on, sealing the points with a low strike inside the bottom right corner.

2025-05-17T20:21:42Z